Chaos and consequences
What has Putin done to Russia by invading Ukraine? Anders Åslund on the shock of global isolation and the escalating risk of economic ruin.
Sources of power
What is Russia’s invasion of Ukraine doing to the world’s energy supplies? David L. Goldwyn on high prices, market forces, and the struggle to cool a warming planet.
War in Europe
What is Moscow thinking? Anatol Lieven on the brutal calculations behind Russia’s attack on Ukraine.
‘Zero legitimacy’
Is the U.S. Supreme Court in crisis? Christopher W. Schmidt on the emerging politics of the American judiciary.
The new gold
What’s driving a global rush for critical minerals? Lisa Sachs on the environmental challenges of clean technology.
Come what may
Why are Covid restrictions suddenly lifting across the U.S.? Patrick Murray on the changing politics of the pandemic in Democratic states.
Ghost ballots
Why are U.S. elections becoming less competitive? Richard H. Pildes on how redistricting is nourishing extremism and alienating American voters.
Fear factor
How is rising violent crime affecting U.S. politics? Lisa L. Miller on threats to public safety and their consequences for elections.
Just a job
Is something fundamentally changing in how Americans think about work? Jonathan Malesic on the causes and consequences of the Great Resignation.
